Red
Dona Maria Amantis Reserva
Portugal
Fact sheet
- Type
- Red
- Grape
- Portuguese Red · Cabernet Sauvignon · Touriga Nacional · Syrah · Petit Verdot
- Country
- Portugal
- Appellation
- Alentejano
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- high
- Tannin
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
red meats · aged cheeses · lamb · stews · kid goat
Rated vintages
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200986 pts
The wine tastes old before its years. It has a leathery character and prominent acidity rather than fruit. It has interest, with its dried fruits and tannins that are just on the point of drying out. Drink now.
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200887 pts
The combination of Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Nacional brings a firm, dry character in this wine. Earth-driven in flavor, hints of black fruit remain subtle, suggesting a wine that is not going to improve.
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200692 pts
In Latin, “Amantis” means a lover. The Quinta do Carmo estate was given by a king of Portugal to his lover, Dona Maria. This hugely tannic wine has impressive, rich fruits based around Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Touriga Nacional.